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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

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