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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

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