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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have empowered people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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