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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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