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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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