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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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