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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

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