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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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