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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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