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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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