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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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