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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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