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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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