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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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