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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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