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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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