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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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