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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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