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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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