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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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