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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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