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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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