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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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