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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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