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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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