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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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