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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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