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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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