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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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