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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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