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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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