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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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