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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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