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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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