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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online education enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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