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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in elearning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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