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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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