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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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