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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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