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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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