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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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