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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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