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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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