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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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