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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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