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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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