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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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