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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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