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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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