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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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