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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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