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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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