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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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