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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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