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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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