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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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