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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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