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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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