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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

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