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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student attrition?

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