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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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