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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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