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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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