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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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