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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning have empowered people all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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