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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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