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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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