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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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