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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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