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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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