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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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