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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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