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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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