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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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