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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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