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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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