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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning are enabling students all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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