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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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