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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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