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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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