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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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