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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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