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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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