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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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