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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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