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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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