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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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