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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Croatia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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