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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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