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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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