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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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