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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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