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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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