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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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