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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

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