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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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