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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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