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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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