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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in elearning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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