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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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