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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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