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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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