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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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