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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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