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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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