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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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