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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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