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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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