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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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