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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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