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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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