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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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