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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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