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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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