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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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