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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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