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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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