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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

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