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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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