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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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