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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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