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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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