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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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