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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

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