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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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