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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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