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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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