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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

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