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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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