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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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