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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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