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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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