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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in elearning have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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