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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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