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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology are empowering people all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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