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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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