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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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