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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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