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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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