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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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