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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

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