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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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