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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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