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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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