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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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