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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Haiti to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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