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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 massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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