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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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