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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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