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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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