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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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