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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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