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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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