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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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