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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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