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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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