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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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