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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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