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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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