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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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