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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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