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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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