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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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