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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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