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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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