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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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