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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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