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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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