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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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