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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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