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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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