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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bosnia and Herzegovina to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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