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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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