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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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