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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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