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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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