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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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