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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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