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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

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