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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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