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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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