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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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