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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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