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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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