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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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