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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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