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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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