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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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