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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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