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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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