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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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