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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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