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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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