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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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