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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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