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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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