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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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