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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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