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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Greenland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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