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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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