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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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