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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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