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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic education technology are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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