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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

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