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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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