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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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