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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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