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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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