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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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