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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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