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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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