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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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