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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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