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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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