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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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