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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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