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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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