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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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