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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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