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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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