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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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