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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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