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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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