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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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