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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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