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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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