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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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