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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations must deal with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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