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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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