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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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