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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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