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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

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