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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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