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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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