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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. New advances in elearning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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