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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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