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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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