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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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