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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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