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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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