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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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