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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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