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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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