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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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