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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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