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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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