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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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