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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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