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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in digital education technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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