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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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