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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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