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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

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