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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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