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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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