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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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