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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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