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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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