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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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