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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Turkmenistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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