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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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