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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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