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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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