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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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