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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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