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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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