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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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