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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning enable learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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