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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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