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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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