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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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