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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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