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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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