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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New changes in e-learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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