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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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