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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in online education make it possible for students all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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