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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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