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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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