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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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