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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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