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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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