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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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