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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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