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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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