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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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