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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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