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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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