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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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