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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

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