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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology enable people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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