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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

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