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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Brazzaville) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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