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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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