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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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