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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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