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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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