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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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