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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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