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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? 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 organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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