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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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