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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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