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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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