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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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