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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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