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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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