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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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