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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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