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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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