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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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