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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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