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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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