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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

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