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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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