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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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