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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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