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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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