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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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