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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable people all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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