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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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