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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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