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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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