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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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