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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. New changes in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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