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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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