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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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