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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are enabling humans all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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