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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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