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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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