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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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