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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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