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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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