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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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