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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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