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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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