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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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