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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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