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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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