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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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