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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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