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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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