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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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