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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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