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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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