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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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