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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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