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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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