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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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