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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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