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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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