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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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