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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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