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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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