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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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