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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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