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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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