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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Togo to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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