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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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