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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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