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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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