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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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