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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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