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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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