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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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