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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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