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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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