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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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