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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high attrition?

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