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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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