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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning enable learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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