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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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