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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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