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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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