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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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