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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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