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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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