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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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