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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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