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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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