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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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