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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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