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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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