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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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