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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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