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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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