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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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