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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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