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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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