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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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