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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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