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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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