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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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