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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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