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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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