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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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