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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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