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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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