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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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