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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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