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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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