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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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