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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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