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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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