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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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