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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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