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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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