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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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