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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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