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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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