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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to consider now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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