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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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