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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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