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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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