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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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