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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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