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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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