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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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