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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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