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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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