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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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