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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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