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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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