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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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