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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are enabling students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Andorra to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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