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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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