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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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