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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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