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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning are empowering humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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