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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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