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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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