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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high student attrition?

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