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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in e-learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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