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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yemen to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

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