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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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