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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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