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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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