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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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