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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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