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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning enable people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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