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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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