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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

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