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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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