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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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