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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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