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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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