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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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