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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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