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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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