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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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