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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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