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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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