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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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