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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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