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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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