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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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