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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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