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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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