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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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