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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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