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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning have enabled humans all over the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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