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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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MOOCS And Open Educational Resources