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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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