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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high attrition?

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