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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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