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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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