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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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