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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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