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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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