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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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