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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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