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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in elearning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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