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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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