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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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