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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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