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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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