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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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