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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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