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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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