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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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