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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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