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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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