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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning make it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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