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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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