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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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