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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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