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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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