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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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