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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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