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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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