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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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