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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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