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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high attrition?

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