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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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