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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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