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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

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