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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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