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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

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