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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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