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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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