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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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