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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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