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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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