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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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