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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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