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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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