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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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