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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Bosnia and Herzegovina to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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