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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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