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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in e-learning make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

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