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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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