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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online education make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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