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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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