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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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