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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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